AS9102 First Article Inspection

The First Article Inspection is related to the complete supply chain. This process provides objective evidence that all engineering design and specification requirements are properly understood and documented. This, in turn, improves quality, schedule, and cost performance.

AS9102 First Article Inspection

The aviation, space, and defense industry established the International Aerospace Quality Group (IAQG). The IAQG strives to improve quality and safety while reducing cost throughout the value stream. The AS9102 First Article Inspection standard applies to the complete value stream.

The FAI process requirements are used at all levels of the supply chain by organizations around the world. This standard provides a consistent process and documentation requirements for verification of aviation, space, and defense product.

Its use should result in improved:
a) quality, b) schedule, and c) cost performance by:
the reduction or elimination of organization-unique requirements and wider application of good practices.